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"A design-forward Hudson Valley stay in a former 1860s State of New York bank, this 42-room hotel spreads across four architecturally distinct, 17th- to 19th‑century buildings and gleams with Studio Robert McKinley’s sophisticated, slightly bubbly touch—solid‑wood midcentury credenzas, ivory‑and‑maroon checkered halls, deep red rugs, snowy Frette linens, art everywhere, and a bar that actually backs up its good looks with complex, unfussy cocktails. I don’t skip the on‑site restaurant either, where Taavo Somer’s seasonal New American menu shines—and in autumn, that can mean roasted squash and apple‑stuffed pork tenderloin, plus cider‑driven cocktails made with local spirits in the chic, historic setting." - Jessica Chapel